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- School Code: 350000
- Phone: (901) 435-1000
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
81.75%FINANCIAL AID RATE
98%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
16:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
28FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$9,901Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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ESL Degree
Professionals who elect to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) is a field of study focused on teaching the English language to individuals with a different native language. The priority order in the name ESL is only intended to address the chronological order in which the languages were acquired not the importance of either language. Get more details below including other Tennessee colleges that offer esl degrees.
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Lee University
807 Walker Ave, Memphis, TN
Lee University, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Cleveland, TN, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Church of God affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Lee University has an annual student enrollment of approximately four thousand.
Areas of study available at Lee University include but are not limited to:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
- Education
- Theology And Religious Vocations
- Communications And Journalism
- Health And Clinical Professions
Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 930 to 1220 on the SAT and within the range of 21 to 27 for the ACT exam is typical among students admitted to Lee University. Lee University admits about 60% of applicants yearly. Of those applicants accepted, nearly 80% of students enrolled. More information from the admissions office can be found at leeuniversity.edu.
Tuition is approximately $14,000 annually, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's price of attendance calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $3,200. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.
The mascot for Lee University is the "Flames", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NAIA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:
- Baseball (NAIA Division I)
- Basketball (NAIA Division I)
- Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
- Golf (NAIA Division I)
- Soccer (NAIA Division I)
Students who would like to see more about Lee University may take a look at their website at www.leeuniversity.edu.
Students Enrolled in the ESL Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lee University has offered the following programs for students:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
---|---|
Bachelor's Degree | 6 |
Master's Degree | 0 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 0 |
Female | 6 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Hispanic | 1 |
White | 5 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the ESL program at Lee University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education
Description
Teach elemental natural and social science, personal hygiene, music, art, and literature to kindergarten students. Promote physical, mental, and social development. May be required to hold State certification.
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education
Description
Teach students basic academic, social, and other formative skills in public or private schools at the elementary level.
Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Description
Teach students in one or more subjects in public or private schools at the middle, intermediate, or junior high level, which falls between elementary and senior high school as defined by applicable laws and regulations.
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Description
Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the students Lee University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Lee University may provide services including:- Online course work available
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
Lee University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Gulf South Conference)
- Basketball (Gulf South Conference)
- Track and Field (Gulf South Conference)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball